East Point

Small-Town Charm in a Big-Time City

Small-Town Charm in a Big-Time City

Location:East
Point is about six miles southeast of Downtown Atlanta.

Getting
there: Take
the MARTA red or gold lines to the East Point station.

Just a quick 15-minute MARTA trip from Downtown Atlanta is East Point, a city unto itself. It’s the perfect place to visit if you’re looking for the comfort of a small town, but with close proximity to big-city entertainment.

For those looking to spend some time in East Point, there are great dining establishments, including Georgia’s only all-raw restaurant, Lov’n It Live. The East Point Corner Tavern is a popular gathering spot for locals, and they welcome visitors to pull up a chair and grab a drink.

Want some action? East Point has that, too. Check out the Dick Lane Velodrome for bicycle races throughout the year.

If you want to get in on the action yourself, visit one of East Point’s many athletic fields and challenge your friends to a game of ultimate Frisbee or kick ball.

Did You Know…

Did You Know…

East Point is home to the East Point Possums Show –the largest drag show in the Southeast.

The Dick Lane Velodrome is one of only 24 active velodromes in the U.S.

East Point is a popular family reunion destination thanks to its affordability and proximity to Atlanta and affordability.

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